BBC Radio star axed after 35 years as they share heartbreaking update
BBC Radio star Alex Hall has announced her departure from Radio Tees after a remarkable 35 years.
The much-loved radio star, 74, shared the shock news on social media, much to the dismay of her loyal listeners. In a short but poignant post, Alex wrote: "This morning I did my last show on BBC local radio. My regular programme ended in November, but I was asked to do some cover, which I was happy to do. Delaying the inevitable. Today I have to concede defeat. 35 years in local and regional radio and it's over. Wow."
Her followers were shocked by the news, with one listener expressing their outrage: "What's happening to BBC Local Radio is outrageous," they wrote. "Those in charge should be ashamed. All the very best to you Alex, thank you for your great service."
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Another fan praised her, saying: "One of the greats Alex. Standing in for you on The Late Show all those years ago was a privilege because of the family of listeners you'd built. That's such a skill. Big love x." While a third added: "A huge loss, Alex. You're a fantastic broadcaster. I'm really sorry."
In addition to her radio career, Alex also had a successful stint as an actress, most notably playing headteacher Jean Strickland in Emmerdale from 1999 until 2001. Her character tragically died in a hit-and-run accident involving students from her school, Hotten Comprehensive.
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The mum-of-two has also acted in popular shows like Coronation Street, Prime Suspect and kids' favourite Byker Grove. She started her radio career with a late-night phone-in show on TFM in the 80s.
Throughout the 90s, she was a regular voice on Magic 828 and Network First, before joining BBC Radio York in 2000. In 2006, she moved from Radio Leeds to Radio Tees, where she hosted mid-morning and tea-time shows.
Alex ended her stint hosting Sunday evening's Songs from the Shows in November.
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